Director's Message

The Father Muller College of Nursing stands today as a proud testament to a legacy that began in 1956, when the then School of Nursing was established to meet the growing need for trained, compassionate nursing professionals. As one of the oldest nursing institutions in Karnataka, our foundation was built on a vision that was simple yet transformative—to nurture learned, educated, and caring nurses who would serve humanity with skill and dignity. This noble vision soon expanded, giving rise to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing programme, marking a new chapter in academic excellence and professional advancement.

Over the decades, our alumni have become the living fragrance of their alma mater, carrying its values and ethos across the globe. Their presence in leading healthcare systems worldwide stands as the finest testimony to the quality of education and character formation they received here. Father Muller nurses continue to remain among the most sought-after professionals internationally, recognised for their competence, dedication, and compassionate care. This global footprint fills us with immense pride and reaffirms our responsibility to continue shaping nurses who can adapt, lead, and serve in an evolving healthcare landscape.

The future we envision is bold, dynamic, and deeply committed to holistic professional formation. With an annual intake now expanded to 350 students, we are moving towards developing nurses who are not only clinically proficient but also emotionally intelligent, ethically grounded, and socially conscious. Our teaching methodologies have evolved from traditional one-way instruction to interactive, student-centric models. Peer mentoring, facilitated learning, and extensive use of digital and online library resources have transformed the academic environment into one that is participatory, collaborative, and forward-looking.

In clinical training, we have embraced innovation through AI-based simulation, high- fidelity robotic patients, and technology-enabled learning platforms that offer a safe yet realistic environment for skill enhancement. These advancements ensure that our students gain confidence, precision, and critical thinking abilities long before they step into real-world clinical settings.

What truly distinguishes the Father Muller College of Nursing is the relentless commitment of its faculty, who continually strive for academic and professional excellence. Their dedication to pushing every student beyond their perceived limits, encouraging inquiry, and fostering leadership has been the driving force behind the college’s sustained growth and reputation.

As we move ahead, our direction remains clear—to blend tradition with innovation, values with vision, and compassion with competence. Together, we continue to uphold the legacy of Father Muller while shaping the future of nursing with purpose, integrity, and excellence.

Rev. Fr Faustine Lucas Lobo
Director, FMCI